make-ahead macaroni mixture.

By martha-2

Ingredients

• 1 package (7 ounces) small pasta shells
• 2 medium tomatoes, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
• 2 medium green onions, chopped (2 tablespoons)
• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons chopped fresh basil leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon coarsely cracked pepper

Preparation

Step 1

1.Cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Rinse with cold water; drain.
2.Mix remaining ingredients. Toss pasta and tomato mixture. Cover and refrigerate about 2 hours or until chilled.